Safe ImagingThe Joe Buck Imaging Center at St. Louis Children’s Hospital is committed to reducing radiation exposure for pediatric patients who receive imaging services. To accomplish this, we follow national guidelines to keep radiation dose as low as reasonably possible and choose the safest, most appropriate test for your child.

Radiology technologists at St. Louis Children’s Hospital are specially trained in pediatric imaging, which results in reduced radiation exposure and scan time, as well as the need for sedation. Our dedicated technologists possess the expertise to interact with children to receive the highest quality exam.

When sedation is necessary, our radiologists coordinate with a team of nurse anesthetists, pediatric hospitalists, and pediatric anesthesiologists, which allows us to provide the safest and most appropriate level of sedation for the patient.

Awards and Acknowledgements

PRC 90th Percentile for Patient Satisfaction

CHCA Race for Results top 10 finalist, 2012

AHRA Best Practices in Radiology Quality & Economics Award, 2011

Missouri Safe Care Award, 2010

Barbara Cole Quality Award, 2002 and 2006

Quality award 2002 and 2006

Five Star Excellence Award 2008 for scoring in the top 10% nationally on “Excellent” responses evaluating outpatient radiology services' overall quality of care

Child Life Services A Child Life Specialist works in collaboration with the radiology team to provide an overall positive experience. Child Life Specialists strive to reduce anxiety that may be related to medical procedures by preparing children and families based on the child’s developmental level. Child Life specialist encourage healthy coping techniques and the normalization of the hospital experience.